There are some good and charming wines, however no nice wines, in 2012.
This was the decision of a producer whose trustworthy judgements I’ve discovered to worth, once we tasted the classic collectively, en primeur, in April 2013. Retasting the classic 10 years on, I discover he has been proved right. That’s all proper.
We want in-between years to drink whereas ready for the celebrated vintages to succeed in their finest, particularly in the event that they value much less on the outset. Most prime 2005s and plenty of 2010s from main châteaux are nonetheless not close to their finest. Most 2012s are absolutely prepared.
Scroll all the way down to see tasting notes and scores for the most effective 40 Bordeaux 2012 reds
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Bordeaux 2012: the most effective 40 wines 10 years on
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